Bolivia

Sajama National Park Tour

2 days | 1 nights
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Tour Description

Hiking among the geothermal wonders of Bolivia is an experience like no other. In the shadow of snowcapped volcanoes lies the Sajama national park, the country's oldest national park.

Visit this record-breaking place, home of Bolivia's highest peak at 21463 feet (6542 m), the giant extinct stratovolcano that gave the park its name.

This 2-day tour departing from La Paz will take you to the western border of Bolivia with Chile, where Aymara communities have long mastered the art of living in the semi-arid environment of the high plains of South America. This is a rare opportunity to walk among the park's unique vegetation and incredible wildlife under colorful skies.

Reward yourself with a relaxing bath in the hot mineral pools and marvel at erupting geysers while lamas, bears, pumas, condors and pink flamingos go about their daily Andean life in this pristine environment.

Destinations

Bolivia

Trip at a glance

Visits

Calamarca Church, Church Of Curahuara De Carangas, Sajama National Park, Tomarapi, Geysers, Hot Springs

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Trip details

Itinerary

Day 1 CALAMARCA AND CURAHUARA DE CARANGAS CHURCHES, SAJAMA NATIAONAL PARK, TOMARAPI

Morning

Early morning departure to Sajama National Park. Stop along the way to visit the unique church of Calamarca that hosts a precious collection of paintings of angels and archangels owed to 'The Master of Calamarca', an anonymous painter of the late 18th century.

At the Aymara community of Curahuara of Carangas, find out about one of the most ancient catholic churches of the continent. Built in the late 16th century, its elaborate paintings show how the Spanish priests integrated local beliefs creating a religious art specific to the region. 

Afternoon

Arrival at the Sajama National Park, the first nature reserve in Bolivia, established in 1939 to protect the keñua (polylepis tarapacana), a special Andean tree that only grows on the high plateau. The park's name comes from the Sajama volcano, the highest summit in Bolivia at 21.463 ft (6548 m) which is located right in the middle of the park.

Check-in at the local lodge in Tomarapi.

Evening

Night in Tomarapi, Sajama (rustic conditions).

MEALS
  • Packed lunch
  • Dinner at a local restaurant

Day 2 SAJAMA NATIONAL PARK, TRANSFER TO LA PAZ

Morning

Explore the Sajama Park, a geothermal wonder, starting with the geyser field before hiking to the hot springs (about 3h walk) where you can take a dip and soak in the health properties attributed to the mineral pools. 

Afternoon

In the afternoon, drive back to La Paz (approximately 5 hours).

Evening

Arrival in La Paz and transfer to your hotel.

MEALS
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Packed lunch

Services

What's included

Accommodation

Nights
1 night in a rustic hotel

Meals

Bed & Breakfast plan
1 breakfast + 2 lunches + 1 dinner

Transportation

Bus
Private transfer from/to La Paz/Sajama

Orientation

Guide
Local English-speaking private guide

Entrance Fees

Sajama National Park

What's not included

  • Accommodation in La Paz
  • Domestic Flights: contact us
  • International Flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Extra meals
  • Drinks
  • Tips

Prices


Important notes

People with heart conditions are strongly advised to seek medical advice before booking. 

This tour includes many visits at sites above 10,000 ft (3000 m). To avoid altitude sickness, we strongly advise against any strong physical effort or any alcohol consumption in high-altitude places. 

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